Top St Maarten Half-day Tours

Explore the waters around St. Maarten on a full-day speedboat tour, which includes five stops to see different aspects of the marine environment. You’ll swim and snorkel in a sea turtle habitat and on a vibrant coral reef, as well as visit pristine beaches far off the beaten path. Along the way, your captain will share entertaining and engaging commentary and you’ll sip drinks and indulge in unlimited snacks.

Navigate St. Maarten's most popular beaches & highlights on an ATV during this half-day adventure from Phillipsburg. Stops include Airport Beach, Mullet Bay, Marigot, and much more. This tour is mainly on-road with a portion off-road. Upon return in Great Bay, Philipsburg, you can take a refreshing swim. Bottled water, and use of ATV and helmet is included.

Discover the beauty of St Maarten's western coast aboard a self-drive inflatable boat—a unique alternative to the typical sightseeing tour. A knowledgable guide will accompany you on your journey from Philipsburg to Creole Rock on the island's French side. Once arriving, spend some time snorkeling in protected waters alongside sea turtles and schools of tropical fish, then get back behind the wheel to marvel at hidden bays and beaches. *Please note: in order to book multiple boats, you will need to make separate bookings

Explore the quaint towns, sunny beaches and local food of St Martin on this 4.5-hour shore excursion from Philipsburg. Get to know the French side (St-Martin) and the Dutch side (St Maarten) of the island with your local guide. Learn about the European cultural flavor and the divided colonial past of this small tropical island. This outing is covered by the Viator worry-free shore excursion policy.

Navigate St. Maarten's most popular beaches & highlights in a 4x4 Jeep Wrangler during this half-day adventure from Phillipsburg. Stops include Airport Beach, Mullet Bay, Marigot, and much more. This tour is mainly on-road with a portion off-road. Upon return in Great Bay, Philipsburg, you can enjoy a refreshing swim. All Jeeps have automatic transmission and are equipped with VHF radio to communicate with the tour guide. Bottled water and use of Jeep is included.

Are you ready to go Sailing? True sailing on board of No1Sxm Trimaran: stable, smooth, fast. The 5 hour experience takes you along the south west coast of St.Maarten/Saint Martin & up Anguilla Channel. Included are a stop in a calm bay for swimming/snorkeling, drinks, snacks & a sandwich lunch on board. With only 12 passengers max. it is personable, intimate and fun. The wind in the sails and water against the hull are your musical companion. The 2 hour Sunset Sail is pure bliss, with a cocktail and snacks, meeting the sunset, sailing along the St.Maarten Coast. Captain/Owner Pieter is a sailing expert with 40 years experience on various sailing boats and ships.

While your ship is in St Maarten's port, swim and lounge at Orient Beach and Maho Beach on this half-day shore excursion. Jet ski, paraglide or sail at Orient Beach, then grab a snack at one of the many bars and restaurants there. Travel to Maho beach and watch jumbo jets fly overhead to land at the nearby airport. A guide, complimentary refreshments and round-trip transportation from the cruise port are included.

Check-in is at 12:30PM for 1PM activity start. Total duration is +/- 4 hrs. This tour offers several 15-20 min. stops at the absolute best highlights of both Dutch & French St. Maarten. You'll have 1 hour to explore downtown Philipsburg. Enjoy beach time at Great Bay Beach or shopping in Front Street, Back Street, and along the Boardwalk. Then hop on your ATV and follow the tour guide. We have coastal and in-land sightseeing for you, with destination Maho/Airport Beach. Witness the spectacular overhead jet landings and rumbling jet departures everyone's talking about ! You'll continue the sightseeing loop back to the Philipsburg ATV Headquarters, with - on the way - an exciting off-road portion.

You can rent a buggy and adventure the island on your own time, we provide you with a map and explain you exactly how and where to go. St. Maarten is basically the smallest land mass in the whole world to be shared by two different countries. During the adventure you will cover both sides of the island both French and Dutch. You see absolutely everything the island has to offer and do it on your time. We give you recommendations based on your interests and make sure you see all the popular hot-spots. One road takes you right around the island making it a easy to find your way around. Price is per vehicle which comfortably seats 2 passengers, unlike other ATV's helmets are not compulsory and you have a roof to help with protection from the sun!

When your cruise ship docks in St Maarten, explore the island on a speedboat and snorkeling tour. With your expert captain and small group limited to eleven people, jet out from Philipsburg to several nearby locations like the uninhabited Tintamarre Island. Jump into the water and snorkel at the biodiversity hotspot Creole Rock, then enjoy a lunch beachside on Pinel Island. Sip beers and soda from the onboard bar as your captain shares his knowledge of St Maarten and the surrounding waters with you. 

Discover the French and Dutch sides of this Caribbean island during a 4.5-hour guided sightseeing outing. Enjoy the sun and sea on Grand Case Beach or Orient Beach, experience the food-loving ambiance in Grand Case, and stroll around the charming village of Marigot. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding tropical scenery while you learn about the history of the Lesser Antilles.

Explore St Maarten on a half-day speedboat and snorkeling tour. With your expert captain and small group limited to sixteen people, jet out from Philipsburg to several nearby locations like the uninhabited Tintamarre Island. Jump into the water and snorkel at the biodiversity hotspot Creole Rock, then enjoy a lunch beachside on Pinel Island. Sip beers and soda from the onboard bar as your captain shares his knowledge of St Maarten and the surrounding waters with you.

Combine rides on the Flying Dutchman, the Schooner Ride and the Sentry Hill Zipline on this thrilling combination tour. First, ascend to St. Maarten's highest point on the Sky Explorer for excellent views, then zoom down the mountain on the Flying Dutchmen. Head back up the mountain and clip on to the Sentry Hill Zipline to get views over the island. Finish up with an inner tube ride down the mountain on the Schooner Ride.

Combine the experience of riding up to Sentry Hill on the Soualiga Sky Explorer chairlift and zipping back down the on a zipline on this half-day tour in St. Maarten. Explore onsite museum dedicated to the area's history, then enjoy the views on the way up and get some thrills on the way down the world's steepest zipline.

Explore Philipsburg during this 3-hour guided cycling tour. Leave the casinos and jewelry stores of St Maarten's capital behind to learn about the city's history as a strip of sand between the Great Salt Pond and the Great Bay. Visit historical sites like the Philipsburg Courthouse and St Maarten's oldest inn. Pedal up to Fort Amsterdam for spectacular hilltop views of the Great Bay. Use of bicycle and safety gear is included on this tour.

Visit the island's highest peak, take a nature walk and go snorkeling on this 4-hour nature tour from Philipsburg. With your expert nature guide, head to the top of Pic Paradis, the tallest peak on the island, for views of the landscape and the sea beyond. At a saltwater pond, get glimpses of local wildlife like lizards, birds and iguanas. Then dive in to a calm bay to explore the underwater world on a snorkeling adventure. Along the way, stop for coffee, tea and cake. Round-trip transportation from select hotels is included.

This is hands down the best guided tour of the waters of St. Maarten. You will have a guide that will introduce you to the cultures and rich history of the Islands and all our stops. There will be an open bar on board where you can have drinks. Music will be played during your voyage for ambience. This is a very intimate experience with each guest catered to generously, since we only carry a maximum of 10 ppl. Lunch is also included. If there is any way we can make your trip better, please do not hesitate to ask

Take a catamaran around the island of St. Maarten for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing. Traverse the crystal clear waters by boat and drop anchor at some of the best snorkel spots including Grand Case Creole Rock, Tintamarre, and Pinel in the French Nature Reserve. Discover the island’s diverse marine life, sunbathe on pristine beaches, and enjoy a delicious lunch and an open bar on board.

Explore Oyster Bay, Orient Beach and Maho Beach on during this 6-hour tour from St Maarten. With a local guide, sightsee on both the French and Dutch sides of the island. Stroll through the town of Marigot, the capital of the French side of the island, visiting the boutiques and galleries that line the streets. A complimentary drink and round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

Get to know the twin Dutch and French spirits of the island of St Maarten/St Martin during this 4-hour history tour from Philipsburg. Circumnavigate the island while learning about the natural history, geology, culture and traditions of this unusual place through your guide's engaging commentary. Stop by important landmarks and highlights that help paint the total picture of the island's past. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

Explore St. Maarten without the hassle of planning on a small-group day tour with round-trip transport from the Philipsburg cruise terminal. In addition to navigating, your guide ensures you visit the island’s top landmarks and hidden gems, from Airport Beach to a local Marigot bakery. Complimentary drinks and convenient departure times make this a popular choice for visitors docked at Philipsburg port.

After your ship docks in St Maarten's cruise port, see the sights on both the French and Dutch sides of the island during this tour led by a local guide. Enjoy beautiful views of the island and its shorelines at several lookout points, then head to the legendary Maho and Orient Beaches. Spend some time walking and shopping in the town of Marigot, and enjoy a shopping stop in Philipsburg as well. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is provided.

Experience the highlights of St Maarten on this 5-hour shore excursion leaving from the cruise port. Ride in an air-conditioned van to Maho Beach on the Dutch side of this Caribbean island and Lucas Bay on the French side. Learn about the culture and history of the island from your guide while enjoying complimentary beer, water and soda. Visit the villages of Grand Case and Marigot before being returned on-time for your cruise ship's departure.

Race walk your way through Philipsburg with a team of fellow travelers during this unique 3-hour activity. Complete challenges, solve clues and learn about the history of the island along the way. Visit historic sites, taste the local cuisine and even go for a short swim in the ocean, following the specialized map made just for your adventure. The tour includes approximately 2.5 miles (4km) of walking throughout town; participants of all fitness levels are welcome.